Sermons on Discipleship Training:

Discipline And Faith

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 10, 2010

In order to become the person Christ calls us to be, we must discipline ourselves.

1 Corinthians 9:25-27 November 8, 2008 DISCIPLINE For the past 6 Saturdays, we had a lot of fun in the NETS volleyball program. We learned what Jesus meant when He said to love God with all of your heart, soul, mind and body; and to love your neighbor as yourself. We also played lots of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Means To Change Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Feb 10, 2009

GRACE IS CENTRAL IN MENTORING TO PRODUCE LIVES OF INTEGRITY.

M&M’S of Integrity a means to change October 5, 2008 Titus 2:11-15 INTRODUCTION Behavior modification is the use of behavior change techniques to change behavior and reactions to stimuli through positive and negative reinforcement or the reduction of bad behavior through positive and negative ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-15

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Core Value 3 - Equipping Disciples Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 21, 2019

This sermon uses Ephesians 4:11-16 to give biblical teaching on the NEC core value of Equipping Disciples where we seek “To train believers through God’s Word, which is proclaimed from the pulpit, taught through small groups, and applied through training events.”

Message Ephesians 4:11-16 Equipping Disciples You will find many great pictures on the internet which make fun at body builders who never attend “leg day” This is what happens when you put too much emphasis on one, or a few, parts of your body which neglecting the other parts of your body. Your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Passing The Torch Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Sep 20, 2009

"How do we live fearless lives as Christians? God’s heart is that we not just survive, but thrive (adapted from a series taught by Pastor Larry Osborne, North Coast Church).

Introduction Part 3- Fearless (adapted from a series by Pastor Larry Osborne/Chris Brown from North Coast Church). How do we live the Christian life in the middle of situations that would cause others to buckle. How do we master our fears/respond properly to life? Review 1st week-Daniel living in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Charismatic

"Living Under Pressure"

Contributed by Don Baggett on Aug 13, 2011

Jesus gave us an example of how to get through every kind of pressure, and He has provided for us to live abundant lives.

If you look at the title that I have assigned to this passage of Scripture, you will immediately know that this message is going to be relevant to you. Regardless of who you are and what you do, I would venture to say that you know what it is to feel the pressures of life crowding in on you. One ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Throw Off Everything That Hinders Series

Contributed by Dennis Marquardt on Oct 18, 2000

#1 in "Let Us" Series

#1 "LET US THROW OFF EVERYTHING THAT HINDERS" TEXT: Hebrews 12:1-13 INTRO: (Having just concluded a series on God’s promises to us, we are going to look at a series now calling us to respond to God’s love for us, it is the "LET US" series...each message comes from a passage that is a call to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Half A Cure Just Isn't Going To Cut It"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 19, 2011

A sermon about maturing in Christ.

Mark 8:22-26 “Half a Cure Just Isn’t Going to Cut It” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN www.eastridge.umc.com This cure is unusual in that instead of it being instantaneous, it is marked by stages. Usually Jesus’ miracles ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-26

Denomination: United Methodist

Child-Like Disciples Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 31, 2011

God shows us how to be his disciples. In this case we are to take the attributes of children because God has.

A first grader became curious because her father brought home a briefcase full of papers every evening. Her mother explained, “Daddy has so much to do that he can’t finish it all at the office. That’s why he has to bring work home at night.” “Well then,” asked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Marching Orders

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 4, 2020

A sermon on the Great Commission to challenge believers to be obedient to the "marching orders" Jesus gave.

“MARCHING ORDERS” Matt. 28:16-20 FBCF – 5/3/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – What does it mean to get your marching orders? It means that you’ve gotten some instructions from someone who is in authority over you, & those instructions tell you that it’s time to move out, to go to work, that there’s a job ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

The 12 Apostles Of Jesus: Andrew

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 5, 2015

We're studying these courageous first-century lives and what discipleship meant in the time of Christ in the hope that we'll glean Spirit-directed twenty-first century principles for discipleship and Christian living. Andrew was the first disciple.

THE 12 APOSTLES OF JESUS: ANDREW John 1:29-42 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Jim Dunn was serving as the pastor of the First Baptist Church, and his wife, Gladys, was very friendly and welcoming to people. One particular Sunday when the sermon seemed to go on forever, many in the congregation fell ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Fountain Of Youth

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 27, 2010

The church is just one generation away from extinction. We must lead our young people to the place where they can experience God for themselves.

March 28, 2010 Morning Worship Text: Matthew 21:12-17 Subject: Jesus in the Temple Title: The Fountain of Youth It is good to have our visitors from First Assembly in Hannibal here today. I appreciate the work that they do with the Royal Rangers and the training they have provided for our men ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

D12 -Church Biology Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 2, 2012

Jesus style discipleship focuses on obeying and applying His teachings and commands to our lives and this includes being willing to pick up our own cross for the Kingdom of Heaven. Jesus also made it clear that we are responsible as His disciples to go de

Series 12 in 2012 --- Establishing 12 spiritual mile markers this year! Review of the 2012 so far: Our 3 rocks signify the following: January 2012 – 12 meals, 12 minutes of prayer for our 21 day time of prayer and fasting. February 2012 – 12 minutes of Bible reading a day and you can read the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

March Madness

Contributed by Bret Bone on Mar 14, 2013

Today is March 10th…And too most people…March is just another month on the calendar. But there are two specific groups that I am thinking of right now...that March for them is not just another month... Slide #3 The first group that comes to my mi

Video… The Jesus Rant SLIDE#1 Prayer...What are we doing with you? Good morning…welcome to Vista Pointe…What are you gonna do with Jesus? I’m so glad to see you all here today on time. Two times every year...Our lives...along with millions of people lives...are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-14

Requirements Of Being A Disciple Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 27, 2009

There are requirements and responsibilities of being a disciple. It should be evidenced in your life.

10/25/2009 Requirements of being a disciple Luke 14:25-35 Introduction- we are looking this morning in the fifth part of the series B.A.S.I.C.. We looked at Jesus, Being Born Again, Holiness, The Church, and this morning, being a disciple. You have to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Nazarene

Soldiers Of The Cross

Contributed by David Simpson on Jan 15, 2013

A Veterans Day Sermon (but can also be adapted for Memorial Day) which likens the requirements of discipleship to being an obedient soldier

Sermon Lanier Christian Church November 11, 2012 David Simpson Soldiers of the Cross 2 Timothy 2:1-4 You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian Church